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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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